THE BERKSHIRE ANIMAL CONNECTION CENTRE LTD
BACC provides sanctuary for animals that cannot live in traditional domesticity due to behavioural or medical problems and animals that have been abandoned or mistreated. BACC focusses on educating the public on the management, behaviour and training of animals as well as managing their physical and mental wellbeing. BACC provides a safe space for people to connect with animals.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £6,980 for the year, with total expenditure of £100,823 exceeding incoming resources of £93,843. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves fell to £1,875, which is below the previous year's balance of £8,855, though no specific numerical policy target is defined in the text.
What the accounts disclose
“At the end of this accounting period, the charity is holding £1,875 (2024 £8,855) in unrestricted income reserves.” — page 8
“Being a charitable organisation, several of the Directors and Trustees have made donations in cash to the Company in the year.” — page 16
Trustees
- Ross James Verrallchair
- Carmel Bridget McConnell MBE
- Emma Louise Willis
- Fiona Graham
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2025 | £94k | £101k |
| 05/04/2024 | £66k | £55k |
| 05/04/2023 | £38k | £38k |
| 05/04/2022 | £35k | £37k |
Common questions
Is THE BERKSHIRE ANIMAL CONNECTION CENTRE LTD financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred a net deficit of £6,980 for the year, with total expenditure of £100,823 exceeding incoming resources of £93,843. Per the trustees' report, unrestricted reserves fell to £1,875, which is below the previous year's balance of £8,855, though no specific numerical policy target is defined in the text. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.